Chapter 267
Theo had always been a man of few words, and he was only replying in short, simple sentences
now. Quinn was the one talking non-stop throughout the entire visit.
I felt awkward sitting beside them, so I stood up as I said, "I don''t feel veryfortable sitting down.
I''m going to take a walk in the garden."
"I''ll go with you," Theo said as he also stood up.
I hurriedly stopped him. "No need. You rarely get toe here, so you should talk to your cousin for
a while more. I''ll be right outside, and I won''t go far."
Quinn looked at me gratefully.
She was part of the Grant family, yet she had to learn about what was going on in her family through
her cousin. I could tell that she was a very prideful person. There was no way she wanted others to
see her the way she was now. My departure would give the two cousins a chance to talk freely and
help ease Quinn''s feelings of awkwardness as well.
I remembered that Matthew and the dog were in the front garden, so I purposely walked to the back
garden.
The Zimmer family had arge mansion, and the view of the back garden was even more
breathtaking than
the one in front. It was filled with all sorts of expensive -looking flowers and trees. I found a shaded
spot and sat on the chair there, staring out at the beautiful scenery as my thoughts wandered.
I did not expect Matthew to abruptly appear in front of me and block the view.
He had a tall build and was dressed in a ck shirt and ck pants. The ring sun shone on him,
making him look solemn and severe.
"Hello," I said as I stood and extended my hand, making sure I remained polite as I smiled.
He kept his hands in his pockets and did not seem interested in shaking mine. His gaze was cold as
he stared at me, not bothering to conceal the hostility and disdain he harbored towards me.
I retracted my hand. Seeing that he was not going to say anything else, I wove past him and got
ready to walk off.
Although I did not understand where this hostility hade from, it was clear to me that I was not
wee by him, so I decided to leave.
He took a sideways step to block my path. Eyes narrowed, he asked, "What''s your name?"
"My name is Wanda Lane. It’s nice to meet you." Although I was annoyed, I smiled and answered
his question politely.
He gave me another once over, and his gaze finallynded on my stomach. His gaze was disdainful
as he asked "Theo Grant''s?"
"Yes. Please step aside, Mr. Zimmer. I would like to go back." Feeling somewhat annoyed, I wiped
the smile from my face and made it clear that I was ready to leave.
Luckily, he did not cause me any trouble this time as h e turned his body aside so I could walk off.
When I returned to the lobby, Quinn''s husband had returned. I had not expected her husband to be
Marcus Zimmer, an extremely well-known businessman whom I had heard of even back when I was
living in Salt City.
I was surprised when I met him in person that day. Although nearing the age of 60, he had a radiant
complexion and was full of energy. He was also a surprisingly pleasant host, repeatedly
encouraging me to help myself to some fruit.
There was nearly a 30-year age gap between Quinn and Marcus, and she also had a step-son who
was nearly her age. It was somewhat of an oddly structured family, and it exined why Theo never
liked talking about his cousin''s marriage.
Lunch was soon prepared. Therge table wasden with food though it was only the five of us
eating.
Matthew and Theo remained silent throughout the meal, but Marcus was excellent at finding topics
of conversation and holding a conversation. Quinn would chime in from time to time, and the
atmosphere was still quite lively despite the two silent men.
However, those good times did notst long. Before we even finished the meal, a woman who
looked to be about fifty years old dashed in through the door. Once she got in, she threw herself
onto Marcus and sobbed destely.
"Marcus Zimmer, you heartless b*stard. I tolerated you when you abandoned the wife you went
through hardships with and chose to marry your mistress instead. I even gave you my blessing! But
why did you have to go so overboard? Leaving thepany for her to inherit? What is our son
going to do, then? He''s your son too! How is he going to find himself a ce in Whaldorf City if you
do this?"
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Then, she turned to re at Quinn. "Quinn Grant, you are such an evil woman. I admit that I held no
grudge against you when you first took my husband from me. I was willing to admit defeat then. But
now that you''re trying to take what rightfully belongs to my son away from him, I''m willing to fight to
the death for his sake. I will never let you get away with this!"
This woman had to be Marcus’ first wife, Nancy Nietzsche.
Quinn looked shocked as she turned to Marcus and asked, "When did you transfer the inheritance
to me?"
Marcus nced at the woman and then turned back t o look at Quinn as he said a little wryly, "I’m
getting old and useless now. Matthew has been doing well for himself overseas, and I’ve already
transferred all my assets to him. You''ll have to take over the running of the businesses in the
country sooner orter."